Independence Project Submission (pro/am Astronomy)

This is my submission for the independence project. I would like to contribute to science in the astronomical community. If you would like to know more about Professional/amateur collaboration opportunities please visit:
Lowell Amateur Research Initiative
http://www.lowell.edu/LARI_welcome.php
American Association of Variable Star Observers
http://www.aavso.org
International Occultation Timing Association
http://www.lunar-occultations.com/iota/iotandx.htm